This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel that may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2017 Chevrolet Corvette steering problems
moderate Owners of the 2017 Chevrolet Corvette have filed 18 NHTSA complaints about the steering, typically surfacing around 8,000 miles at roughly $700 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See steering across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
18
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$700
| Model year | steering complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 Corvette | 3 |
| 2014 Corvette | 6 |
| 2016 Corvette | 4 |
| 2017 Corvette (this page) | 18 |
| 2019 Corvette | 3 |
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering steering on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
This informational bulletin instructs the tech when fuel/fluid is needed to be tested and where it can be sent for analysis.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This service bulletin provides a procedure inspecting for excess grease or Sealant on the Exterior of the steering gear due to seeing grease or sealant on certain locations on the gear.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This service bulletin provides information on Characteristics of Wide Low Aspect Ratio Tires, Vehicle Pulls Left or Right, Wanders, Follows Depressions in Road Surface, Tramlining.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
2017 Corvette owners consistently report power steering assist loss and warning lights during normal driving. Failures happen at various speeds—45 to 70 mph on highways, 30-45 mph on local streets, and low-speed turns—and involve illumination of "Service Power Steering, Drive Carefully" or EPS warning lights. Most critically, steering becomes extremely hard or impossible to turn without power assist. Some owners report the system recovers after restart; others find the failure persists even after multiple restarts. One owner reports simultaneous loss of power brakes and ABS/traction control with multiple dashboard warnings, nearly causing loss of vehicle control mid-curve at 40–45 mph. Another lost power steering on the freeway with a check engine light that remained on afterward.
Owners have taken vehicles to Chevrolet dealers—dealers acknowledge the recall (NHTSA Campaign 19V086000) but confirm parts are unavailable and no fix exists. Some owners discovered the recall independently online after failure. A few report front tire rub during sharp turns that dealers claim is "normal." The recall has extended well beyond what owners consider reasonable timeframes, with no parts availability or timeline from the manufacturer. One owner cannot sell the vehicle pending recall completion.
Failure modes owners describe
Power Steering Assist Loss with Warning Light
Complete loss of power steering assist accompanied by illumination of 'Service Power Steering, Drive Carefully' or EPS warning light. Steering becomes extremely difficult or impossible. Failure can be temporary (recovers after restart) or persistent (remains after restart and subsequent restarts).
When: Various speeds: 30–70 mph on highways and local streets; low-speed turns; reported at mileages 5,100–74,000
Symptoms owners cite: Power steering assist unavailable; Steering wheel becomes extremely hard to turn; EPS or 'Service Power Steering' warning light illuminates; Steering wheel may seize momentarily; Intermittent failures interspersed with normal operation; Failure can occur during straight driving or turns
Codes mentioned: EPS warning light, Service Power Steering warning
Repairs/costs cited: No repairs completed. Dealers confirmed parts unavailable for recall remedy. Manufacturer stated no fix available.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 19V086000 (Steering). Dealers and manufacturer confirmed parts unavailable and no remedy exists. Some VINs not included in recall despite matching failure description.
Simultaneous Loss of Power Steering, Brakes, and Traction Control
Complete loss of power steering assist, power brake function, and ABS/traction control occurring simultaneously. Multiple warning lights display on dashboard. Failure occurred twice with vehicle requiring towing both times.
When: Reported at ~40–45 mph on major streets
Symptoms owners cite: Complete loss of power steering function; Loss of power brake assist; Loss of ABS and traction control; Multiple warning lights illuminated; Nearly lost vehicle control during curve negotiation
Codes mentioned: Multiple dashboard warnings (specific codes not stated by owner)
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle towed to nearest Chevrolet dealer both times; repairs status unknown.
Front Tire Rub During Sharp Turns
Front tire rub or rubbing sensation during sharp left or right turns. Dealership documented condition as 'normal' or '3030 normal condition,' refusing to treat as defect.
When: Occurs when turning sharply while in motion
Symptoms owners cite: Front tire rub or rubbing noise during sharp turns; Condition affects steering feel during cornering
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership claims normal condition; no repair attempted.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealership classified as normal wear or design characteristic.
Power Steering Fault During Track Use
Power steering faults during high-performance track driving, causing difficulty and danger in vehicle control. Associated with overheating and limp mode activation after approximately 15 minutes of track use.
When: After ~15 minutes of track use on Z06 model
Symptoms owners cite: Power steering faults; Engine thermal management forcing limp mode; Difficult and dangerous vehicle control during track operation
Synthesized from 18 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 0 most recent
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Common questions
How serious is the steering problem on the 2017 Chevrolet Corvette?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 18 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $700 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the steering typically fail?
Across the 11 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most steering failures cluster between 2,685 and 33,000 miles, with the median around 8,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 2,685; a quarter make it past 33,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $700 for steering repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to steering?
No active recalls currently cover steering issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2017/Chevrolet/Corvette.
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